Description
Product Introduction & Engineering Value
Replacing an RX7i processor is more than swapping hardware. The CPU serves as the execution engine for every control sequence, communication task, and process calculation running within the controller. The GE IC698CPE010 was developed for demanding industrial applications where reliability and deterministic execution are essential.
Built around a 300 MHz Intel Celeron processor, the IC698CPE010 combines large user memory, floating-point processing, embedded Ethernet, and multiple programming languages. It remains a dependable replacement for existing PACSystems RX7i installations in manufacturing, utilities, and process industries.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GE Fanuc / Emerson |
| Model | IC698CPE010 |
| Product Family | PACSystems RX7i |
| CPU Type | Floating Point Central Processing Unit |
| Processor | 300 MHz Intel Celeron |
| User RAM | 10 MB Battery-Backed |
| User Flash Memory | 10 MB Non-Volatile |
| Programming Languages | Ladder Diagram, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram, C |
| Embedded Ethernet | 10/100Base-T RJ-45 |
| Serial Interface | Integrated Serial Port (SNP Slave/Modbus RTU Slave) |
| Discrete I/O Capacity | Up to 32K Discrete Points |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (60°C with fan tray) |
| Current Consumption | Approximately 3.2 A @ 5 VDC |
| Backplane | RX7i VME64 Architecture |
Field Application & The “Trench” Experience
A combined-cycle power plant needed to modernize its turbine auxiliary control system without replacing thousands of field I/O points already installed throughout the facility. Engineers retained the RX7i infrastructure and replaced an aging processor with an IC698CPE010 during a planned outage.
After restoring the project and verifying Ethernet communications, the controller resumed operation without requiring changes to remote I/O, operator stations, or supervisory software. The upgrade reduced project risk while extending the service life of the existing automation system.
Typical applications include:
- Combined-cycle turbine auxiliary control
- Water and wastewater treatment SCADA systems
- Automotive body shop conveyor automation
- Chemical reactor sequencing and batch control
- Bulk material handling and logistics systems
IC698CPE010
IC698CPE010
Transparency SOP: QA & Testing
Every New Surplus and refurbished IC698CPE010 undergoes documented functional verification before shipment.
- Complete inspection of PCB, CPU board, and backplane connector.
- Power-up verification in an RX7i VME rack.
- Processor diagnostics and memory integrity testing.
- Battery-backed RAM retention verification.
- Embedded Ethernet communication testing at 10/100 Mbps.
- Serial communication verification.
- Continuous CPU burn-in under simulated application loads.
- Final inspection, firmware identification, and ESD-safe packaging.
The Veteran’s Tech Trap Guide
⚠️ Verify Firmware Before Replacing the CPU
Different hardware revisions (AA, BA, BB, CD, JV, etc.) support different firmware levels. Always confirm CPU firmware compatibility with the installed PACSystems project before commissioning.
⚠️ Don’t Ignore the Battery
The IC698CPE010 stores the application in battery-backed RAM. A weak battery may not be noticeable during normal operation but can result in application loss after an extended power outage. Under normal conditions, battery memory retention is approximately five years at 20°C.
PRO TIP:
If the CPU powers up but refuses to communicate over Ethernet, verify the stored IP configuration before assuming hardware failure. Incorrect network settings account for many unnecessary CPU replacements.
⚠️ Cooling Requirements Matter
The processor can operate up to 60°C only when an RX7i fan tray is installed. Cabinets operating without forced airflow should remain within the lower ambient temperature specification.
Dynamic FAQ
Q1. What processor is used in the ?
The uses a 300 MHz Intel Celeron processor with floating-point capability, providing significantly higher performance than earlier Series 90 PLC processors.
Q2. How much user memory is available?
The CPU provides 10 MB of battery-backed RAM and 10 MB of non-volatile Flash memory, allowing large control applications and secure program storage.
Q3. Does the include built-in Ethernet?
Yes. The processor includes an integrated 10/100Base-T Ethernet interface that supports programming, HMI communications, Ethernet Global Data (EGD), web-based diagnostics, and other PACSystems communication services.
Q4. Is New Surplus inventory authentic?
Yes. New Surplus CPUs are genuine OEM inventory that has never been installed in production equipment. Every unit is inspected for identification, connector integrity, physical condition, and firmware labeling before shipment.
Q5. How are refurbished processors tested?
Each refurbished CPU undergoes processor diagnostics, RAM and Flash verification, Ethernet communication testing, serial interface validation, battery retention testing, firmware verification, and extended operational burn-in using an RX7i test platform.
Q6. Which programming software supports the ?
The is configured using Proficy Machine Edition, which supports Ladder Diagram, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram, and C programming for PACSystems RX7i controllers.
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